Virginia DMV Practice Test
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles publishes the format for the Virginia knowledge test: 40 questions, 85% to pass — checked 2026-08-01. Practice it below, free, with no signup and every answer sourced.
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VirginiaVirginia Department of Motor VehiclesChecked 2026-08-01Official source
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VirginiaVirginia Department of Motor VehiclesVirginia Driver's Manual (Official manual page)Checked 2026-06-07Open the official Virginia handbook
Before you go for the real Virginia test
| Minimum permit age | 15½ |
|---|---|
| Permit fee | $3 |
| Permit holding period | 9 months |
VirginiaVirginia Department of Motor VehiclesVirginia DMV — Apply for a Learner's PermitChecked 2026-07-13Official source
Sample Virginia permit test questions
Orange-colored signs indicate:
- A. School zones
- B. Recreational areas
- C. Railroad crossings
- D. Construction zones
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D. Construction zones — Orange signs warn about construction or maintenance work zones. Slow down, watch for workers and equipment, and be ready for changing lane patterns.
Universal ruleMUTCD 11th Edition, Part 2 — Signs (General)Traffic Signs — GeneralChecked 2026-08-01Read the source
Report a problemIn Virginia, what is the default maximum speed limit on a highway that does not have a posted speed limit?
- A. 70 mph
- B. 65 mph
- C. 55 mph
- D. 60 mph
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C. 55 mph — Virginia's default maximum speed limit on a highway without a posted sign is 55 mph. Interstates and some primary roads may be posted up to 70 mph. Residential areas default to 25 mph. The 85th percentile rule applies: the reckless-driving threshold at 20 mph over any limit means going over 75 mph on a 55 mph highway qualifies as reckless driving.
VirginiaVirginia Driver's ManualChapter 5 — Rules of the RoadChecked 2026-06-09Read the source
Report a problemIn Virginia, the legal BAC limit for drivers age 21 and older is:
- A. 0.05%
- B. 0.08%
- C. 0.10%
- D. 0.06%
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B. 0.08% — Virginia's DUI law sets the legal BAC limit at 0.08% for drivers 21 and over. Drivers under 21 face a 0.02% limit. BAC of 0.15% or higher results in enhanced penalties including mandatory ignition interlock.
VirginiaVirginia Driver's ManualDUI LawsChecked 2026-06-18Read the source
Report a problemIn Virginia, the speed limit in a school zone when lights are flashing is:
- A. 25 mph or as posted
- B. 20 mph
- C. 15 mph
- D. 35 mph
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A. 25 mph or as posted — Virginia school zones are typically posted at 25 mph when flashing lights are active. Some localities post lower limits. Fines for speeding in a school zone are double the standard amount.
VirginiaVirginia Driver's ManualSpeed LimitsChecked 2026-06-07Read the source
Report a problemIn Virginia, drivers overtaking a bicycle must allow at least:
- A. 4 feet of clearance
- B. 2 feet of clearance
- C. 6 feet of clearance
- D. 3 feet of clearance
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D. 3 feet of clearance — Virginia Code §46.2-839 requires drivers to allow at least 3 feet of clearance when passing a bicycle. On two-lane roads where 3 feet cannot be maintained, drivers may briefly cross the centerline if it is safe to do so.
VirginiaVirginia Driver's ManualSharing the RoadChecked 2026-06-07Read the source
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Questions last verified 2026-06-07 · Reviewed by the DMV Prep editorial team · Editorial policy
Before the Virginia knowledge test
These learner's permit requirements are separate from the written knowledge test score above. Use them to plan your application and supervised-driving timeline.
What to bring to the knowledge test:
- Completed Virginia driver's license application
- Parent/legal guardian consent if under 18
- One proof of identity
- One proof of legal presence
- Two proofs of Virginia residency
- Proof of Social Security number, if issued
- $3 learner's permit fee plus yearly driver-license cost
Requirements last verified 2026-07-13 · Source: Virginia DMV — Apply for a Learner's Permit ↗. See the complete Virginia permit requirements.
What is different about Virginia
Rules that are set by Virginia rather than nationally, and where they depart from what most states do. Compared against DMV Prep's verified rules for all 51 jurisdictions — unverified figures are left out of both sides of every comparison.
- Minimum permit age: 15½ here. The most common minimum permit age is 15 (25 of 50 states we have verified).
- Minimum permit hold: 9 months here. The most common minimum permit hold is 6 months (33 of 46 states we have verified).
- Supervised-driving requirement: 45 hours here. The most common supervised-driving requirement is 50 hours (29 of 49 states we have verified).
- Passing score: 85% here. The most common passing score is 80% (15 of 26 states we have verified).
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in this Virginia DMV practice test?
This practice test uses 40 questions and a 85% study target — at least 34 correct answers. Confirm the current official exam format with the state licensing agency.
What score should I target for the Virginia written test?
Use 85% as the practice target on this site. The readiness dashboard tracks consistent performance; the state agency remains the source for current official requirements.
Is this Virginia practice test really free?
Yes. Every practice test on this page and everything in the DMV Prep app is free — no ads, no paywall, no account.
Where do these Virginia practice questions come from?
Questions use Virginia Driver's Manual and other handbook or regulatory references, and are not copied from live exams. Citation scope and recency are being revalidated across the bank.
Can I study for the Virginia permit test in Spanish?
Yes — try the Virginia practice test in Spanish. The DMV Prep app includes all 3,671+ questions in Spanish.
